Dr. John Tatar, OD
Tatar Optometry
1306623061Is Dr. John Tatar, OD a Good Optometrist?
Dr. John Tatar, OD has a trust score of 54/100 — below average for Skokie. Consider comparing with other providers nearby. At 3 years of practice, they are early in their career.
The most important verification step for any optometrist is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Tatar's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a general optometrist?
General optometrists examine eyes, diagnose vision problems, prescribe glasses and contact lenses, and detect eye diseases such as glaucoma and cataracts.
When to see one: For routine eye exams, glasses or contacts, and vision changes.
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- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Eye care in Skokie, IL
Skokie has 18 verified optometrists on EyeDoctorProof, with an average of about 16 years in practice, and 17 focused on optometrist. Illinois optometrists are licensed and disciplined by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
3
Years practicing
16
Avg in Skokie
18
Optometrists in Skokie
OD
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Tatar's license is active and unrestricted with the Illinois board (link on this page).
- Ask whether the visit is a routine exam or a medical eye evaluation, and what it covers.
- Bring your current glasses or contacts, plus a list of medications and any family history of eye disease.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and whether dilation or extra imaging carries a separate fee.
- Mention symptoms like dryness, headaches, or screen strain so they can be addressed during the exam.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dr. John Tatar, OD a licensed optometrist?
Dr. John Tatar, OD holds a Doctor of Optometry (OD) credential and an NPI (1306623061) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is Dr. John Tatar, OD?
Dr. John Tatar, OD has approximately 3 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average optometrist in Skokie has about 16 years. There are 18 optometrists in Skokie, including 17 with a optometrist focus.
Where is Dr. John Tatar, OD located?
Dr. John Tatar, OD practices at Tatar Optometry, 4999 OLD ORCHARD CTR, Skokie, IL 60077. Phone: (872) 888-6620.
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Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the Illinois Dept. of Financial & Professional Regulation, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Tatar's current standing at the source:
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Quick Facts
- Focus
- Optometrist
- Credential
- OD
- Gender
- Male
- NPI Since
- 09/14/2023